"follower of Christ"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Christine
Pronunciation: [ kr-ihst-EEN ]
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Meaning & Origin
"anointed one"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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The Story of Christine
Christine derives from the Latin 'Christiana,' the feminine form of 'Christianus' — meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed one.' The Greek root 'Christos' (χριστός) means 'anointed,' a translation of the Hebrew 'Messiah.' As Christianity spread through the Roman Empire, Christine and its variants became some of the most common names across Europe for over a millennium. It is one of those names so deeply embedded in Western culture that it transcends any single national identity.
Christine peaked in the United States in the 1950s–1970s, part of the Baby Boomer era of traditional names. It has declined steadily since, but maintains a timeless quality that keeps it from feeling dated. Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac and Christine de Pizan's literary legacy keep the name culturally vibrant.
Christine de Pizan (1364–c.1430) is considered one of the earliest feminist writers in Western literature. In Scandinavia, 'Kristine' remains a standard classic name. The Phantom of the Opera's Christine Daaé has kept the name associated with beauty and artistic talent in popular culture.
Historical Record
Christine first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 469,066 babies have been named Christine in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Christine is past its peak , currently ranked #1,197 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Christine de Pizan wrote The Book of the City of Ladies in 1405 — considered one of the first feminist works in European literature
- Stephen King's 1983 novel Christine features a demonic 1958 Plymouth Fury of the same name
- Six queens of Denmark and Norway have borne variants of Christine/Kristine
Christine in Other Languages
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Christine
German
Christine
Italian
Cristina
Russian
Кристина
Spanish
Cristina
Scandinavian
Kristine
Popularity Over Time
#1,197
Current Rank
Peaked 1967
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Christine
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Christine Lagarde
Politician
1956
French lawyer and politician, first woman to lead the IMF and later President of the European Central Bank
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Christine McVie
Musician
1943
British musician and songwriter for Fleetwood Mac, known for songs like Little Lies and Everywhere
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Christine de Pizan
Writer
1364
Medieval French poet and author considered one of the earliest feminist writers in Western literature
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Christine Daaé Fictional
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Fictional opera singer and protagonist of Gaston Leroux's The Phantom of the Opera (1910) and the Andrew Lloyd Webber mu...
Fictional opera singer and protagonist of Gaston Leroux's The Phantom of the Opera (1910) and the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,197
- Total SSA Count
- 197
- Cultural Origins
- English French German Scandinavian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Chris
Christie
Chrissie
Tina
Chrissy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Christine
What does the name Christine mean?
"follower of Christ" (from Latin). "anointed one" (from Greek). Christine derives from the Latin 'Christiana,' the feminine form of 'Christianus' — meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed one.' The Greek root 'Christos' (χριστός) means 'anointed,' a translation of the Hebrew 'Messiah.' As Christianity spread through the Roman Empire, Christine and its variants became some of the most common names across Europe for over a millennium. It is one of those names so deeply embedded in Western culture that it transcends any single national identity.
What is the origin of the name Christine?
Christine has Latin, Greek, English, French, German, Scandinavian, and American origins. In Latin, it means "follower of Christ". In Greek, it means "anointed one".
Is Christine a boy or girl name?
Christine is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1197. As a boy name, it is ranked #14229. Christine is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Christine?
Christine is pronounced kr-ihst-EEN.
How popular is the name Christine?
Christine is currently ranked #1197 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Christine?
Common nicknames for Christine include Chris, Christie, Chrissie, Tina, and Chrissy.
What are good middle names for Christine?
Popular middle name pairings include Christine Ann, Christine Marie, Christine Lee, Christine Lynn, Christine Jane, and Christine Elizabeth.
What are good sibling names for Christine?
Names that pair well with Christine as siblings include Michael, Jennifer, Catherine, Susan, Brian, and Karen.
How many syllables does Christine have?
Christine has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Christine a common or rare name?
Christine is an uncommon name, ranked #1197 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Christine
Christine is a girl name with English, French, German, Scandinavian, and American origins . The name means "follower of Christ" in Latin .
Is Christine a boy or girl name? Christine is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,197 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,229. Christine is more commonly used as a girl name.
Christine is currently ranked #1,197 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Christine has 3 syllables and is pronounced kr-ihst-EEN, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Christine include Chris, Christie, Chrissie, Tina, and Chrissy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Christine include Christina, Christiana, Christy, Christian, Christie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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